Best/worst states to make a living

In today's still-tenuous economy, find out where is the best place to make a living -- and where is the worst.

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6. Alaska -- Despite having no state income tax, Alaska's workers are effectively taxed by a high cost of living. Unemployment is also above average, according to Money-rate.com.

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